More Quotes by Eddie Vedder
I get really worried, like if they say, 'Take vocal lessons,' or something because it's kind of like I used to really love to draw when I was a kid and then I took like an art class - because everyone said, 'Oh, you're so good, you should take a class and maybe you can be really good,' and then I went to the class and then they showed me how to use a ruler and perspective and all this stuff and it totally made me not want to do it at all.
Music's at its best when it has a purpose.
I'm probably never happier than when I'm by myself in the water. What I've worked and sacrificed for is not to be on stage playing music but to surf in some secluded place. It's a grounding element. Waves don't care who you are.
You have to be able to grow and move with the organism that is the music industry. You need to maintain flexibility. Ownership of your own stuff is key and then you're able to dictate on a present-terms basis what would be the most effective way to protect yourself and what you've created. You also don't want to lock yourself into a situation where a major label owns part of your touring and merchandise.
Sometimes, whether you like it or not, people elevate you. It's real easy to fall.
I've got my indignation but I'm pure in all my thoughts.
I wish I was the verb 'to trust' and never let you down.
Society, you're a crazy breed.
The sorrow grows bigger when the sorrow's denied.
Life moves fast. As much as you can learn from your history, you have to move forward.
